Exploring Panama: City, Cloud Forest & Caribbean
Panama City – Boquete – Bocas del Toro
Embark on a fantastic tour across Panama's enchanting treasures, where a pulsating metropolitan life, a breathtaking natural scenery and serene island paradises await. This special package was created to immerse you with the stunning variety and fascinating cultural heritage of this Central American treasure.
Tour Program (9 Days / 8 Nights)
Day 1: Arrive to Panama
Arrive at the International Airport, where you will be met by our driver and taken to your hotel in Panama City. Overnight at hotel of your choice in the city.
Day 2: City Tour & Panama Canal (Miraflores Locks)
This full day tour is the perfect way to discover Panama City. First thing, you will visit the ruins of the “Old Panama” – the first city on the Central American Isthmus founded by the Spanish. Continue to the “Casco Antiguo” where you will visit some churches, parks and plazas while you learn about the history of the city. To end the day, visit the emblematic Panama Canal. (B, L)
Day 3: Embera Quera Tour
Travel to the end of the Gatun River where the Embera Quera Indigenous Community is located. Your adventure begins with a 30-minute ride through the river in a motorized canoe; during the trip is possible to enjoy the beautiful flora and fauna of the region and learn a little bit about the lifestyle of the community. Once in the community, one of the members will explain to you in detail about the culture, the food and the language of the Emberas. Besides, a cultural presentation with traditional dances and music will allow you to interact with the group and the members of the community. A light, traditional lunch is included during the tour; usually based on the catch of the day. At the end, you will have the opportunity to shop for some of the handmade crafts by the community residents. (B, L)
Day 4: Panama Rainforest Discovery Center & Boquete
The Panama Rainforest Discovery Center is located on the famous Pipeline Road, one of the most renowned places in the world for bird watching. A trail will get you to the observation tower. Additionally, there is a circuit of 1.1 kilometers of trails through the forest, with a difficulty from mild to moderate. The tour has a duration of 4 hours. After the tour, we will transfer you to Albrook domestic airport to take a flight to David. Upon arrival in David we will transfer you to Boquete. (B)
Day 5: Coffee Tour & Hanging Bridges Tour
Start with a coffee tour that will take you right into the fields of this town, where you will get a glimpse of the three vital factors that influence the coffee’s quality: the soil, the micro-climate, and the particular genetics of the variety. Learn about the history, origin, qualities and secrets of coffee handling. Afterwards continue to the hanging bridges where you will be accompanied by your guide. You will have the unique opportunity to enjoy wildlife from a different perspective. This journey traverses a cloud forest with century-old trees, waterfalls, and abundant wildlife including native species, monkeys, and even the famous resplendent Quetzal. (B)
Day 6: Bocas del Toro
After breakfast, car transportation will be provided to Almirante in Bocas del Toro where you will take a shared boat transportation to Isla Colon. Once on the island you will share transportation to your hotel. (B)
Day 7: Isla Pajaro, Boca Drago & La Estrella Beach Tour
This full day tour combines the exploration of the natural wonders of Bocas del Toro with the relaxation of its beaches. Visit Bird Island, Colon Island and Boca del Drago – one of the most beautiful beaches in the area. You will have free time to relax in the beautiful white sand beach and enjoy the turquoise waters. To end the journey, you will visit the Starfish Beach. Lunch is included in a local restaurant. (B, L)
Day 8: Dolphin’s Bay, Crael Cay & Zapatilla Cay Expedition / Panama City
This tour begins with a short boat ride to Dolphin’s Bay, where it’s almost guaranteed to spot the semi-permanent population of bottlenose dolphins that graciously will play around the boat. Then visit two of the most important snorkeling points in the area, Crawl Cay and Zapatilla Cay, located on the southeastern of the Bastimentos National Marine Park. In the afternoon at the appropriate time, transfer to the airport to take the flight back to Panama City, upon arrival transfer to your hotel in the city. (B, L)
Day 9: Departure
Transfer to the international airport approximately three hours before your flight's scheduled departure time. (B)
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This Package Includes:
Accommodation at quality hotels incl. breakfast.
Specialized Guides during the tours.
Transportation in private bus except where indicated.
Shared boat rides.
Domestic flight from Panama City to David.
Domestic flight from Bocas del Toro to Panama city.
Meals indicated on the itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D= Diner).
Entrance fees to parks and other attractions as specified.
Service charges and taxes.
Not Included:
Optional activities.
International airfare.
Gratuities.
Personal expenses and airport departure tax.
Meals not specified in the itinerary.
Alcoholic beverages.
Personal equipment.
Extras in hotels (e.g., laundry, phone calls, room service).